TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 10/7/21

Locust Valley (N.Y.) 2023 midfielder Payton Tini of LI Empire Lacrosse has made a verbal commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Rutgers University.

Payton Tini profile:

High school: Locust Valley HS (Locust Valley, NY)

Grad year: 2023

Position: Midfield

College committed to: Rutgers University

Club team: LI Empire Lacrosse Girls

Lacrosse honors: Maryland Showcase All-Star, Under Armour 150, All County 10th Grade, Locust Valley HS Varsity MVP 10th Grade, LI Empire leading scorer 2019, 2020, 2021, Locust Valley HS leading scorer 2021

Academic honors: High Honor Roll, National Foreign Language Honor Society

Expected major: International Relations and Affairs

Why did you choose Rutgers University, Women’s D1? “I had a tremendous connection with the coaching staff and players. The lacrosse program is becoming a major force nationally and I want to be part of the team that strives to win a National Championship! The lacrosse facilities are amazing! The school has a tremendous number of great academic options!”

Is there anything else you would like to share? “Thank you to all of the coaches who have helped develop my skills over the years. Thank you to my parents for providing me with the opportunities and pushing me to do my best! Special thanks to Vinny Tetro, my Empire coach for helping me navigate through the recruiting process.”

What other colleges did you consider? Cincinnati, Florida, Hofstra, UMass Lowell, Duke, Louisville

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